Understanding Selective Mutism encourages recovery. The fear reaction is the guiding force behind Selective Mutism. Although, those struggling with SM…
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Reducing Back to School Stress; Helpful Tips
“HELP, What am I going to do?” Helpful Tips for Reducing Back to School Stress … Every new school year…
SONG about Selective Mutism
Did you know Paul McCartney wrote a song about selective mutism? He did! He wrote the song about a friend’s…
Bravery can be found in small packages …
Something funny happened yesterday. I had a furry visitor on my back-window ledge. He seemed to be begging for something…
Break the Silence
Imagine living in a world where you’re afraid to use your voice around others. You’re paralyzed by fear and cannot…
Inspiration to speak
If you find yourself thinking, “I can’t speak,” add the word YET.
What Causes Selective Mutism?
Most people with Selective Mutism have a predisposition to anxiety. What does that mean? It means they’ve inherited a tendency…
What is Selective Mutism?
Click to see cartoon depicting Selective Mutism. What can you do about your child’s selective mutism? Tell all your friends…
Why can’t my child speak?
Learning about Selective Mutism… When my son was 3 and a total chatterbox, I had absolutely no idea there was…
The only way to beat fear is with greater fear…
Kindergarten screenings were approaching, and I was a nervous wreck. My son didn’t grasp the weight of the situation. If…